• Quality Engineer

    Actalent (Akron, OH)


    Job Title: Quality EngineerJob Description

     

    As a Quality Engineer, you will interact with customers to ensure their requirements are understood and met, and to resolve any customer complaints. You will participate in customer presentations as needed and perform PPAP development, which includes Process Flow Diagrams, FMEAs, Control Plans, IMDS submissions, dimensional checking, and performance testing. You will also work closely with other departments to ensure product compliance with customer requirements and international standards like IATF.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing quality and production data.

    + Provide technical expertise on quality, statistical, and fastener subjects including quality standards, fastener standards, APQP, PPAP, structured problem solving (8D), and more.

    + Lead improvement or problem-solving teams and may supervise quality technicians on project basis.

    + Prepare work instructions and lead Fast-Response team meetings.

    + Use the company MRP system for research on lot traceability and tracking or quarantining parts when necessary.

    + Work with suppliers, vendors, and service providers.

    + Conduct internal QMS/EMS audits, internal product audits, and supplier audits. Report audit results and follow up on corrective actions.

    + Interact with outside auditors during third-party and customer audits.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience with ISO and IATF standards.

    + Experience with basic measurement tools such as calipers, mics, and gauges.

    + Understanding of statistical subjects including Normal distribution and SPC.

    + Experience with automotive PPAP’s including Flow Diagrams, FMEAs, and Control Plans.

    + Experience in structured problem solving methods like 8D, DMAIC, 5-WHY, fishbone diagrams, and root cause analysis.

    + Experience in customer and supplier interaction.

    + Experience in the metals industry.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + ASQ, 6-Sigma, or Lean certification.

    + Understanding of fasteners, fastener manufacturing, testing, and dimensional and performance standards.

    + Project and people supervision experience.

    + Bachelor's degree.

    Work Environment

    The Quality Engineer will frequently spend time on the manufacturing floor and interact with a quality team of 12 individuals. The role involves significant interaction with customers and suppliers, with very little travel involved. The work environment is dynamic and requires effective communication skills.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Akron, OH.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $48.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.